2005 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
